Villanova Wildcats

STORRS — It had been a frustrating season at Seton Hall. What was once promising was now falling apart. As Sterling Gibbs hit the floor to chase a loose ball, the frustration boiled up and got the better of him. As he grappled with Villanova's Ryan Arcidiacono on Feb. 16, during a losing streak about to reach five games, Gibbs raised his arm and brought it down on Arcidiacono's forehead. The officials reviewed it and ejected Gibbs, who was later suspended two games by the school. What sets this incident apart from similar unfortunate sports moments is the way Gibbs handled it. He didn't wait for a fire storm, he sought out reporters to offer a public apology...

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